HB 5360
Animals: care and treatment; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalties upon owner. Amends sec. 50 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50).
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Michigan Penal Code to strengthen animal care and treatment laws. It defines key terms like "adequate care" and "neglect," establishes penalties for animal cruelty and abandonment, and creates a process for animal control agencies to seek forfeiture of animals involved in criminal cases. Specifically, it outlines requirements for shelter conditions, transportation, and restitution for costs associated with caring for seized animals, with provisions for security deposits and hearings to prevent forfeiture.
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Joseph Aragona
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